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COACHMEASON · 01-02-2010, 03:15 PM

I have a project in pieces...The door locks are new and already in the doors but I cannot find the key...Same with the ignition...Anyway to get keys for these with calling a locksmith? What are my options???

turp mcspray · 01-02-2010, 03:28 PM

I used to take out a door lock, and take it to a locksmith, to have a key made. It's not very expensive. I think the last time I had it done, it was only like $10.

**LockDoc** · 01-02-2010, 07:49 PM

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One of the door locks might have a code number stamped into it. I would start with the passenger side first.

LockDoc

57larry · 01-02-2010, 09:30 PM

take the door lock out, (not too hard) take it to a locksmith, cost me $12.00 this past summer

COACHMEASON · 01-03-2010, 05:43 PM

Is the lock and ignition usually the same??

Thanks

mbgmike · 01-03-2010, 05:56 PM

Locksmith

Like said above. They can punch one out for you. Less than replacing.
We provide locksmith service here but its a little too far away
Plus they always could use the work

**mr48chev** · 01-03-2010, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by COACHMEASON

Is the lock and ignition usually the same??

Thanks

No usually they are not the same. I never throw an old car key away and just add them to a big wire ring that I have. It has bailed me out several times in the past.

If you have some old keys (especially well worn ones) that will fit in the ignition switch try them and see if you can wiggle one enough to get the switch to turn. Find one to turn it with and then you can use a paperclip to get tumbler out and pack it to the locksmith to make new keys.

**LockDoc** · 01-03-2010, 11:00 PM

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I respectfully disagree with mr48chev on this one. My experience is that the ignition and doors are always keyed the same on the 67-72 trucks unless one or the other has been changed somewhere along the line. You mentioned that the door locks were new. If the ignition cylinder was replaced at the same time all of the locks will probably be keyed the same. If the ignition lock was not replaced they may be different. If you can contact the PO he may be able to tell you if he bought a complete set when he replaced them.

LockDoc

oldblue1968chevy · 01-03-2010, 11:31 PM

JAM A SCREWDRIVER IN ER!!!!!!

(JOKING)

I would guess they are supposed to be the same, but someone may have along the 40 years the truck's been around, swapped locks. Theres only so many diff. keys....ya got any layin around? or any buds with these trucks..

01-02-2010, 03:15 PM	#1
COACHMEASON Keep On Keepin' On Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 417	Missing Keys... I have a project in pieces...The door locks are new and already in the doors but I cannot find the key...Same with the ignition...Anyway to get keys for these with calling a locksmith? What are my options??? __________________ 07 Avalanche Z71 92 Mustang 5.0 GT (Triple White w/ 53,000 miles) 72 SWB Chevy w/ PS, AC, 350/350 Current Project ....In paint shop getting body/paint work done (Corvette Velocity Yellow)... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669

01-02-2010, 03:28 PM	#2
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Missing Keys... I used to take out a door lock, and take it to a locksmith, to have a key made. It's not very expensive. I think the last time I had it done, it was only like $10. __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

01-02-2010, 07:49 PM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,530	Re: Missing Keys... - One of the door locks might have a code number stamped into it. I would start with the passenger side first. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-02-2010, 09:30 PM	#4
57larry Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 1,162	Re: Missing Keys... take the door lock out, (not too hard) take it to a locksmith, cost me $12.00 this past summer

01-03-2010, 05:43 PM	#5
COACHMEASON Keep On Keepin' On Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 417	Re: Missing Keys... Is the lock and ignition usually the same?? Thanks __________________ 07 Avalanche Z71 92 Mustang 5.0 GT (Triple White w/ 53,000 miles) 72 SWB Chevy w/ PS, AC, 350/350 Current Project ....In paint shop getting body/paint work done (Corvette Velocity Yellow)... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669

01-03-2010, 05:56 PM	#6
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Missing Keys... Locksmith Like said above. They can punch one out for you. Less than replacing. We provide locksmith service here but its a little too far away Plus they always could use the work Last edited by mbgmike; 01-03-2010 at 05:58 PM.

01-03-2010, 11:00 PM	#8
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,530	Re: Missing Keys... - I respectfully disagree with mr48chev on this one. My experience is that the ignition and doors are always keyed the same on the 67-72 trucks unless one or the other has been changed somewhere along the line. You mentioned that the door locks were new. If the ignition cylinder was replaced at the same time all of the locks will probably be keyed the same. If the ignition lock was not replaced they may be different. If you can contact the PO he may be able to tell you if he bought a complete set when he replaced them. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 01-03-2010 at 11:01 PM.

01-03-2010, 11:31 PM	#9
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Missing Keys... JAM A SCREWDRIVER IN ER!!!!!! (JOKING) I would guess they are supposed to be the same, but someone may have along the 40 years the truck's been around, swapped locks. Theres only so many diff. keys....ya got any layin around? or any buds with these trucks.. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4



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